I am considering buying a new Scott Foil 20 for 2012 formally call the R2 in 2011. Just wanted to know if anybody has any experience with this particular bike. Looks awesome good component group. Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Scott is confident enough in this bike that they’ve dropped the Addict from the lineup. I looked closely at one at Interbike and spent some time with my local rep. He told me lots of stuff for publication, and a few things off the record. The only things he had to say about the Foil were on the record, and positive.
Unlike the AR, Soloist, etc, I think the new generation of aero road bikes like the Foil and the Venge do a pretty good job on maintaining ride quality (due to the tube shapes).
Test ride one first, as always, but it looks and sounds like a nice bike. When you test ride, use your wheels and tires, so you get a fair comparison.
I will be purchasing one as well. Do you know when the 12 models are out? Have not ridden one yet, but looking for a chance to soon.
Funny you should say that, as the S5 is the only one of the “new” generation that is considered not really all that harsh. Several reviews have stated that both the Venge and Foils can be right pains in certain circumstances
Yeah, I thought that was funny too. Most reviews say the Foil is stiff, and light but apparently a real rocky ride. It still intrigues me.
Well from what gathered from the LBC is that a first shipment is on the way and if there is not my size in that shipment it could be end of Nov. before I can get one. I have heard that the ride is stiff, however I went and looked at the new S5 and don’t get me wrong it is sweet and has sleek lines but when you break it down to components and price the Foil really starts looking good. Not to mention I love the flat black and white not flashy just plain sharp as hell.